#1
What does the term 'CPR' stand for in medical parlance?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
ExplanationTechnique to revive heart and lung function.
#2
What is the medical term for 'inflammation of the liver'?
Hepatitis
ExplanationLiver inflammation causing various symptoms.
#3
Which of the following is a common abbreviation for 'before meals'?
PC
ExplanationAbbreviation indicating timing of medication.
#4
What does the term 'myalgia' refer to?
Pain in the muscles
ExplanationMuscle pain often due to overuse or injury.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a vital sign?
Blood type
ExplanationBlood type is not a measure of physiological function.
#6
What does the medical term 'Hemorrhage' refer to?
Excessive bleeding
ExplanationAbnormal and profuse bleeding.
#7
What is the medical term for 'inflammation of the appendix'?
Appendicitis
ExplanationAppendix inflammation requiring surgery.
#8
Which term refers to 'the surgical removal of the uterus'?
Hysterectomy
ExplanationSurgical procedure to remove the uterus.
#9
What does the term 'Tachycardia' mean?
High heart rate
ExplanationAbnormally rapid heart rate.
#10
What does the term 'SOAP' stand for in medical record documentation?
Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
ExplanationStructured format for medical notes.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the lymphatic system?
Transporting nutrients
ExplanationLymphatic system primarily aids in immunity.
#12
What term describes 'a condition where the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue'?
Osteoporosis
ExplanationBone weakening leading to fractures.
#13
What does the medical term 'Gastroenteritis' refer to?
Inflammation of the stomach and intestines
ExplanationDigestive tract inflammation causing vomiting and diarrhea.
#14
What does the term 'CVA' stand for in medical terminology?
Cerebrovascular Accident
ExplanationMedical term for a stroke.
#15
Which of the following is a suffix commonly used to indicate 'surgical removal'?
-ectomy
ExplanationSuffix indicating surgical removal.
#16
What does the prefix 'poly-' mean in medical terminology?
Many
ExplanationPrefix indicating multiple or much.